Remote Process Optimization Engineer | Data-Driven Gains

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 551,000 - 895,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Contractor engagement

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a forward-thinking tech solutions provider to recruit a Process Optimization Engineer for a remote role. You will analyze and redesign complex operational processes using data analytics and engineering principles from your home office, servicing diverse clients across multiple industries.

The role emphasizes modeling, SOP design, remote collaboration, and delivering measurable efficiency gains while staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research or a related field.
• 6+ years in process engineering, optimization, or similar analytics roles.
• Experience with Python, SQL and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Assess client processes to identify optimization opportunities.
• Create data-driven strategies for efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Model and simulate process changes using analytics tools.
• Design and document workflows and SOPs.
• Collaborate remotely with clients and internal teams for implementation.
• Monitor performance and adjust as needed; report results.
• Research new technologies to improve process efficiency.
• Lead virtual workshops and training for client teams.
• Manage multiple optimization projects with timely delivery.
• Stay updated on best practices in process engineering and automation.

Skills

Python

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

BPM software

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a forward-thinking tech solutions provider to recruit a Process Optimization Engineer for a remote role. You will analyze and redesign complex operational processes using data analytics and engineering principles from your home office, servicing diverse clients across multiple industries.

The role emphasizes modeling, SOP design, remote collaboration, and delivering measurable efficiency gains while staying ahead of industry trends.